Chats with Jason

Jason S Bradshaw

What if the secret to transforming your business wasn’t in the next big strategy—but in the experiences you create every single day? Chats with Jason is more than a podcast—it’s a movement led by customer experience strategist and bestselling author Jason S Bradshaw. In each episode, Jason sits down with world-class leaders—not just from customer service or HR, but from technology, marketing, finance, design, leadership, and more. Why? Because every part of a business touches the customer or employee experience—and when those experiences improve, everything changes. From boardrooms to back offices, from frontline stories to CEO insights, these conversations unpack what it really takes to create brands people love, cultures that thrive, and businesses that grow—sustainably and meaningfully. Because when you improve the experience, you improve your business—and the world around you.

  1. How to Take Over a Family Business Without Destroying Relationships

    2D AGO

    How to Take Over a Family Business Without Destroying Relationships

    Taking over a family business can feel like walking a tightrope — one wrong step and relationships, trust, and legacy can unravel fast. In this episode of Chats with Jason, Jason S. Bradshaw sits down with Jonathan Goldhill, author of Disruptive Successor and one of the world’s leading family business coaches, to unpack how next-generation leaders can step into leadership without destroying family relationships. Most family businesses don’t fail because of profits or market conditions — they fail because of communication breakdowns, emotional tension, entitlement, and unclear succession planning. In this conversation, Jonathan shares real-world insights from coaching over 1,000 family businesses on how to earn respect, lead with confidence, and build your own legacy while honoring the past. 🔍 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why most family business successions failHow next-gen leaders can take control without burning bridgesThe emotional shift required to lead parents, siblings, and relativesHow to balance legacy vs leadershipWhat successful multi-generation businesses do differentlyWhy communication, purpose, and emotional intelligence matter more than ever Whether you’re preparing to take over the family business, already leading alongside parents, or advising family-owned companies, this episode offers practical strategies you can apply immediately. 🔖 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Family Business Dilemma 00:33 Meet Jonathan Goldhill: A Legacy of Coaching 01:11 Jonathan's Family Business Journey 05:44 The Hidden Reasons Family Businesses Fail 08:25 Explaining Family Business Coaching to a Child 10:41 Balancing Legacy and Vision in Family Businesses 13:28 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence 15:26 The 7Ps Playbook: Purpose and Priorities 19:04 Scaling Without Losing Your Soul 22:07 The Hunger for Success Across Generations 24:27 Rapid Fire Round: Quick Insights 25:12 Final Thoughts and Farewell Transform the Experience. Transform Your Business. Want more insights on transforming your business? 🚀 🔔🔥 Hit That Subscribe Button NOW! 🎯 Share These Game-Changing Tips with Your Network! 👍💭 Like and comment —we'd love to hear your thoughts! Follow Jason S Bradshaw: Website: https://jasonsbradshaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsbradshaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonsbradshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonsbradshaw/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/jasonsbradshaw Follow Jonathan Goldhill: Website: https://www.thegoldhillgroup.com/ LinkedIn: a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathangoldhill-businesscoach/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    27 min
  2. No One Wants to Work Anymore Is a Lie, Here’s What Leaders Are Missing

    JAN 5

    No One Wants to Work Anymore Is a Lie, Here’s What Leaders Are Missing

    What if the real reason people are leaving isn’t pay, perks, or generations, but the way work is designed? In this episode of Chats with Jason, Jason S Bradshaw sits down with Joe Mull, Hall of Fame speaker, author, and one of the world’s leading voices on employee commitment, to dismantle the myth that “no one wants to work anymore.” Joe reveals why people don’t quit jobs, they quit the experience of work, and what leaders must change right now to attract, engage, and retain great people. This is not another conversation about perks, ping-pong tables, or free lunches. It’s a practical, research-backed roadmap for leaders who want people to stay, thrive, and proudly say, “You should work here.” In this episode, you’ll discover:Why people really leave jobs, and why it always comes back to quality of lifeThe three conditions that make people believe they have a great jobWhat truly defines a great boss, and why trust can be lost in momentsWhy “no one wants to work anymore” has been said for 120 yearsHow to stop fixing people and start fixing workThe power of stay interviews, and how to run them properlyHow to give feedback that activates effort instead of triggering defensivenessWhat leaders must do differently in the age of AI, hybrid work, and burnout If you lead people, even one person, this episode will permanently change how you think about employee experience, retention, and performance. ⏱️ Key Timestamps00:00 – Why leaders are struggling with hiring, retention, and engagement 01:30 – The real reason people leave jobs, it’s about quality of life 03:25 – “People do a great job when they believe they have a great job” 04:54 – The 3 elements of a great job, ideal job, meaningful work, great boss 05:50 – What actually makes a great boss 08:43 – How trust is built slowly and destroyed instantly 09:32 – The myth of “no one wants to work anymore” 10:21 – Why this belief has existed for 120 years 12:15 – People don’t want to suffer anymore 15:27 – Stop fixing people, start fixing work 17:12 – Is there a staffing shortage or a great job shortage? 20:58 – One leadership habit that instantly boosts commitment 21:23 – Why stay interviews matter more than exit interviews 27:42 – How to give feedback that improves performance without damaging trust 30:23 – Leading people in the age of AI and hybrid work 32:29 – Where to follow Joe Mull and explore his work 33:05 – Why employee experience becomes customer experience 🔗 Follow & ConnectFollow Jason S Bradshaw Website: https://www.jasonsbradshaw.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsbradshaw Follow Joe Mull Website: https://www.joemull.com Boss Hero School: https://www.bossheroschool.com

    34 min
  3. No One Wants to Work? The Real Problem Is Your Hiring System

    12/22/2025

    No One Wants to Work? The Real Problem Is Your Hiring System

    Every leader has said it—or at least thought it: “No one wants to work anymore.” But what if that belief is costing you great people, productivity, and profit? In this episode, Jason S Bradshaw sits down with Ryan Englin, bestselling author and CEO of Core Matters, to uncover why hiring struggles aren’t caused by the economy, the industry, or the next generation—but by broken hiring systems. You’ll learn: ✅Why turnover quietly drains revenue and morale ✅How hiring is actually a marketing activity ✅The biggest hiring mistake leaders still make ✅How to attract better people before you’re desperate If you’re tired of constant rehiring, burnout, and instability, this conversation will change how you think about hiring forever. 🔖 Timestamps: 00:00 The Hiring Dilemma: Why Finding the Right People is So Hard 00:59 Introducing Ryan Englin: Master of Frontline Hiring 01:56 The Real Cost of Bad Hires 04:14 Simplifying Hiring: A Lunchbox Analogy 05:09 Why Hiring is Harder Today 10:52 Recruiting as a Marketing Activity 14:05 The Core Fit Hiring System Explained 18:50 Becoming an Employer of Choice 22:55 Immediate Steps to Improve Candidate Quality 24:54 The Psychological Shift of Proactive Hiring 26:54 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Leaders Want more insights on transforming your business? 🚀 🔔🔥 Hit That Subscribe Button NOW! 🎯 Share These Game-Changing Tips with Your Network! 👍💭 Like and comment —we'd love to hear your thoughts! Follow Jason S Bradshaw: Website: https://jasonsbradshaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsbradshaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonsbradshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonsbradshaw/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/jasonsbradshaw Follow Ryan Englin: Website: https://ryanenglin.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanenglin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryan.englin/ Core Matters website: https://corematters.com/ LinkedIn Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corematters Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecorematters YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@corefithiring X: https://x.com/corematters Titans of the Trades Podcast: https://corematters.com/podcasts/ Buy Ryan’s Books: Hire Better People Faster: A Proven System for Attracting the Employees You Want - a href="https://a.co/d/5r0w5j0" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    30 min
  4. Stop Posting “More Content”, Use This Simple System Instead

    12/15/2025

    Stop Posting “More Content”, Use This Simple System Instead

    Creative burnout. Recycled ideas. Audiences that don’t trust what they see. In this episode, Jason S. Bradshaw sits down with Melanie Deziel, one of the world’s most respected creative strategists, to unpack why creative teams stall — and what leaders can do to fix it. You’ll discover: 👉The real reason brainstorming sessions fail 👉How trust is collapsing in marketing and business 👉Why “prove it” matters more than ever 👉How simple systems unlock creativity at scale This is a must-watch for leaders, marketers, and teams who want to create work that actually resonates. 👉 Subscribe for more conversations on experience, leadership, and business transformation. 🔖 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Creativity and Today's Guest 00:29 Meet Melanie Deziel: Creative Strategist Extraordinaire 01:34 Explaining Creativity to a 9-Year-Old 02:27 The Role of a Creative Systems Architect 03:47 The Content Fuel Framework: Revolutionizing Brainstorms 05:46 Overcoming Creative Blocks 11:04 The Impact of AI on Creativity 22:00 Building Trust in a Distrustful World 25:36 Practical Tips for Leaders and Teams 27:57 Final Thoughts and Farewell Transform the Experience. Transform Your Business. Want more insights on transforming your business? 🚀  🔔🔥 Hit That Subscribe Button NOW! 🎯 Share These Game-Changing Tips with Your Network! 👍💭 Like and comment —we'd love to hear your thoughts! Follow Jason S Bradshaw: Website: https://jasonsbradshaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsbradshaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonsbradshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonsbradshaw/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/jasonsbradshaw Follow Melanie Deziel:  Website: https://www.melaniedeziel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniedeziel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meldeziel/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@meldeziel   Buy Melanie’s Books: The Content Fuel Framework - https://www.melaniedeziel.com/the-content-fuel-framework Prove It - https://www.melaniedeziel.com/prove-it #CreativeLeadership #TeamPerformance #BrandTrust #ContentMarketing #BusinessLeadership

    30 min
  5. Why Most Company Cultures Fail and How Great Leaders Fix Them

    12/08/2025

    Why Most Company Cultures Fail and How Great Leaders Fix Them

    Most company cultures don’t fail because leaders don’t care. They fail because leaders misunderstand what culture actually is. In this episode, Melissa Daimler—who helped shape culture at Adobe, Twitter, WeWork, and Udemy—reveals the real reasons cultures collapse and what leaders must do to build organizations that truly work. We explore: ✅ Why values fail without clear behaviors ✅ How to spot cultural cracks long before they become disasters ✅ What fast-growth companies often get wrong ✅ How AI is reshaping culture, learning, and leadership ✅ Practical steps any leader can use to “reculture” their team If you want a culture that fuels performance—rather than frustration—this conversation will give you the clarity and tools to lead differently. 🔖 Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction: The Real Meaning of Culture 01:22 Melissa Daimler's Journey and Insights 03:27 Common Misconceptions About Culture 04:41 Defining and Codifying Culture 09:17 Culture in High-Growth Companies 14:36 Culture in Crisis: Lessons from WeWork 17:09 AI's Impact on Culture and Leadership 24:32 Practical Steps for Leaders 28:00 Conclusion: Culture is What You Do Transform the Experience. Transform Your Business. Want more insights on transforming your business? 🚀  🔔🔥 Hit That Subscribe Button NOW! 🎯 Share These Game-Changing Tips with Your Network! 👍💭 Like and comment —we'd love to hear your thoughts! Follow Jason S Bradshaw: Website: https://jasonsbradshaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsbradshaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonsbradshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonsbradshaw/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/jasonsbradshaw Follow Melissa Daimler:  Website: https://www.melissadaimler.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissadaimler/ Substack: https://reculturing.substack.com/    Buy ReCulturing: Design Your Company Culture to Connect with Strategy and Purpose for Lasting Success :https://www.melissadaimler.com/reculturing-book/ #CompanyCulture #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #MelissaDaimler #JasonSBradshaw #ChatsWithJason #ReCulturing #FutureOfWork

    29 min
  6. Claude Silver on Emotional Bravery & People-First Culture

    12/01/2025

    Claude Silver on Emotional Bravery & People-First Culture

    Empathy is no longer a “soft skill”—it’s the competitive advantage every modern leader needs. In this powerful episode, Jason S. Bradshaw interviews Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, to uncover how emotional bravery, self-awareness, and people-first leadership transform team performance and workplace culture. Claude shares the pivotal moments that shaped her leadership journey, how she supports 2,000+ employees globally, and what leaders must do to build trust, belonging, and psychological safety—whether teams are remote, hybrid, or in-office. You’ll learn: ✔️ How to lead with empathy in high-pressure environments ✔️ Why emotional bravery is the next evolution of emotional intelligence ✔️ How to give (and receive) feedback without fear ✔️ What people-first culture really looks like in action ✔️ The mindset shift that helps leaders retain top talent ✔️ How to create belonging across generations and time zones ✔️ Why transparency builds faster trust than any dashboard or KPI If you want to improve your leadership skills, elevate your company culture, and create teams that feel seen and supported—this episode gives you the practical roadmap. 🔖 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Heart-Led Leadership 00:35 Meet Claude Silver: Chief Heart Officer 01:21 Claude's Journey to Leadership 04:31 Emotional Bravery in Leadership 08:46 The Role of a Chief Heart Officer 16:00 Building a People-First Culture 18:34 Emotional Optimism and Leadership 21:07 Creating Belonging in a Diverse Workforce 27:04 Operational Decisions with Heart 28:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Transform the Experience. Transform Your Business. Want more insights on transforming your business? 🚀  🔔🔥 Hit That Subscribe Button NOW! 🎯 Share These Game-Changing Tips with Your Network! 👍💭 Like and comment —we'd love to hear your thoughts! Follow Jason S Bradshaw: Website: https://jasonsbradshaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsbradshaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonsbradshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonsbradshaw/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/jasonsbradshaw Follow Claude Silver:  Website: https://www.claudesilver.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casilver/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudesilver Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefheartofficer   Buy Be Yourself at Work: The Groundbreaking Power of Showing Up, Standing Out, and Leading from the Heart: https://beyourselfbook.com/ #Leadership #EmpathyInLeadership #PeopleFirstCulture #EmotionalBravery #HybridWork #EmployeeExperience #WorkplaceCulture #ClaudeSilver #JasonSBradshaw

    33 min
  7. Why Top Leaders Now Prioritize Creativity Over Efficiency

    11/24/2025

    Why Top Leaders Now Prioritize Creativity Over Efficiency

    In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, the leaders winning aren’t the ones squeezing for more efficiency — they’re the ones unlocking creativity. In this episode, Jason S. Bradshaw sits down with Dr. Natalie Nixon, one of the world’s leading voices on creativity and innovation, to unpack why imagination, curiosity, and Wonder Rigor are now the most important leadership tools. You’ll discover: 🔥 Why efficiency alone is no longer a competitive advantage 🔥 How creativity drives faster problem-solving and breakthrough innovation 🔥 The Move–Think–Rest framework that prevents burnout and boosts performance 🔥 Why AI makes human imagination more valuable — not less 🔥 How leaders can build a culture that consistently innovates If you want your team to collaborate better, innovate faster, and thrive in uncertainty, this conversation will reshape the way you lead. 🔖 Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to WonderRigor 00:52 Understanding Creativity in Leadership 02:14 The Bias Around Creativity 04:43 Defining WonderRigor 09:47 Explaining WonderRigor to a Child 11:13 The Importance of Doodling 13:16 Addressing Burnout in the Workplace 16:11 Move.Think.Rest Framework 21:43 Creativity as a Strategic Competency 25:20 The Role of Authentic Imagination 28:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Want more insights on transforming your business? 🚀  🔔🔥 Hit That Subscribe Button NOW! 🎯 Share These Game-Changing Tips with Your Network! 👍💭 Like and comment —we'd love to hear your thoughts! Follow Jason S Bradshaw: Website: https://jasonsbradshaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsbradshaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonsbradshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonsbradshaw/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/jasonsbradshaw Follow Dr. Natalie Nixon:  Website: https://www.figure8thinking.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalienixonphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natwnixon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natwnixon/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NatalieNixon Buy Move. Think. Rest. Redefining Productivity & Our Relationship with Time: https://www.figure8thinking.com/published-and-featured/ Transform the Experience. Transform Your Business. #Leadership #Innovation #CreativityAtWork #FutureOfWork #BusinessGrowth #CorporateLeadership #EmployeeExperience #HumanCenteredLeadership

    31 min
  8. Inside Harley’s Cult-Like Loyalty | Ken Schmidt on Turning Customers Into Believers

    11/17/2025

    Inside Harley’s Cult-Like Loyalty | Ken Schmidt on Turning Customers Into Believers

    What turns a near-bankrupt company into one of the most loved, tattoo-worthy brands on the planet? In this episode, Ken Schmidt — the legendary former Director of Communications at Harley-Davidson — reveals the exact strategies that transformed Harley from chaos into a cult-like community of passionate believers. This is the conversation every business leader, marketer, and customer experience professional needs to hear. You’ll learn: 🔥 Why product improvements alone never create loyalty 🔥 How Harley reconnected with customers by showing up human first 🔥 The simple shift that turned riders into evangelists 🔥 Why community is the ultimate competitive advantage 🔥 How to build fans who proudly promote your brand 🔥 What most companies get wrong about storytelling and customer connection 🔥 How leaders can spark emotional resonance — at scale Whether you're building a startup, leading a global brand, or trying to inspire deeper loyalty, Ken’s insights will change the way you think about experience, attention, and the true drivers of brand love. If you want customers to believe in your brand — not just buy from it — this is where you start. 🔖 Timestamps 00:00 The Secret to Harley-Davidson's Turnaround 00:26 Introducing Ken Schmidt: The Voice Behind the Brand 00:47 The Early Struggles and Missteps 02:06 The Aha Moment: Shifting Focus from Product to People 03:58 The Power of Direct Customer Engagement 06:26 Building a Community and Creating Loyalty 09:36 Ken Schmidt's Insights on Brand Loyalty 26:31 The Role of AI in Maintaining Human Connection 30:20 Ken Schmidt's Motto for Leaders 31:52 Conclusion and Call to Action Want more insights on transforming your business? 🚀 🔔🔥 Hit That Subscribe Button NOW! 🎯 Share These Game-Changing Tips with Your Network! 👍💭 Like and comment —we'd love to hear your thoughts! Follow Jason S Bradshaw: Website: https://jasonsbradshaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonsbradshaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonsbradshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonsbradshaw/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/jasonsbradshaw Follow Ken Schmidt: Website: https://kenspeaks.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-schmidt-5b08115/ Buy Make Some Noise: The Unconventional Road to Dominance: https://a.co/d/4DJFTNH #HarleyDavidson #KenSchmidt #CustomerExperience #BrandLoyalty #Leadership #JasonSBradshaw #ChatsWithJason

    33 min

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What if the secret to transforming your business wasn’t in the next big strategy—but in the experiences you create every single day? Chats with Jason is more than a podcast—it’s a movement led by customer experience strategist and bestselling author Jason S Bradshaw. In each episode, Jason sits down with world-class leaders—not just from customer service or HR, but from technology, marketing, finance, design, leadership, and more. Why? Because every part of a business touches the customer or employee experience—and when those experiences improve, everything changes. From boardrooms to back offices, from frontline stories to CEO insights, these conversations unpack what it really takes to create brands people love, cultures that thrive, and businesses that grow—sustainably and meaningfully. Because when you improve the experience, you improve your business—and the world around you.